Government / Politics
TEA Reauthorization Places Public Transit Alternatives At Risk
"In a climate of record level oil prices, a bill approved by the House Appropriations Committee just before Congress recessed for the party conventions would substantially curtail travel options for the public."
Town-gown Relations Take Nasty Turn In Ann Arbor
Amid concerns about fire hazards, city calls for banning front porch couches, a long-loved feature in student neighborhoods.
Urbicide: The Battle For Cities
Urban planning has become an intensefocal point for US military strategy.
Environment Crops Up In Kerry's Acceptance Speech
John Kerry's well-received speech at the Democratic National Convention included several gems for the green-minded in the audience.
If Cities Were On Anyone's Agenda
The top forgotten presidential campaign issue is the struggle of American cities reeling from fresh budget problems, according to New York Times Op-Ed columnist Bob Herbert.
Pro-business Residents Change Tune On Development
Activist residents are changing the way developers do business.
The Environmental Record Of John Edwards
A review of the environmental record of John Edwards, John Kerry's running mate for the 2004 U.S. presidential election.
Sherman's March To Wal-Mart
The swath of destruction to farmland and natural areas caused by urban sprawl in the American South is worse than the damage wrought by General Sherman's March to the Sea during the Civil War.
'Top 10 Stupid Environmental Policies'
To be environmentally smart, we need only to be less stupid.
Fund Transit Along With Roads
Ignoring transit, Utah County commissioners vote to put road tax on November ballot.
Boston Greenway Mired In Red Tape
Through the newly-signed agreement, Boston gets a look at the convoluted operation of the Big Dig parks.
Support For Utah Open Space Initiative
Utah candidates for Governor support open space initiative, though measure may fail to make it to the November ballot.
A 'Giant Step' For Green Buildings
Senator from Vermont introduces bill that will provide legislation to provide for Green Federal Buildings and Schools.
New Orlean's New 'Potty Ordinance'
Are new ordinances the answer to the surge in public urination in 'adult playgrounds' such as Las Vegas and New Orleans?
Plotting Against Regional Planning
Springfied officials want to quit the regional planning process for the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area due to its "mind-numbing complexities".
The Politics Of Exurbia
A Los Angeles Times article evaluates the Bush campaign's focus on exurbanites -- people living in the newest ring of developments beyond the suburbs.
What Ails California...And How To Fix It
Former California state finance director Steve Peace sheds light on state/local fiscal dysfunctionality.
Planning Dept. Needs A Plan Of Its Own
Facing serious challenges, San Francisco's planning department is planning to get back on course.
Last-Minute Lobbying Rescues RI's Historic Tax Credit Program
An historic property redevelopment tax credit is spared from moratorium.
Referenda Based Urban Planning
A grass-roots movement in Florida to subject comprehensive plan changes to a vote by the citizens gains momentum.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
EMC Planning Group, Inc.
Planetizen
Planetizen
Mpact (formerly Rail~Volution)
Great Falls Development Authority, Inc.
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
